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SWITCH Mobility has secured an order for 840 electric buses from Antony Road Transport Solutions under the Government of India’s PM E-Drive Phase-I tender. The electric buses will be deployed with the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) and the Delhi Transport Department. An agreement for the deployment has been signed between SWITCH Mobility and Antony Road Transport Solutions.
The order comprises 420 9-metre and 420 12-metre AC electric buses. Antony Road Transport Solutions has been selected as the operator for Delhi under the CESL PM E-Drive Phase-I tender. According to the companies, the two bus sizes will help address different passenger transport requirements across various routes in Delhi.
SWITCH Mobility CEO Ganesh Mani said the order will involve the deployment of both 9-metre and 12-metre electric buses across Delhi through DTC and the Transport Department. The buses are expected to be used according to different route requirements and passenger capacities.
Antony Road Transport Solutions Director Jimmy John said the company’s existing relationship with Ashok Leyland and its association with the Hinduja Group contributed to the decision to place the order. The partnership between SWITCH Mobility and Antony Road Transport Solutions will support the deployment of electric buses for public transport in Delhi.
The 9-metre and 12-metre electric buses are based on SWITCH Mobility’s EiV platform. The platform incorporates modular battery configurations, electric powertrains and regenerative braking technology. The buses also feature dual-gun fast charging, which is designed to reduce charging turnaround time and improve fleet utilisation.
For passenger convenience, the buses feature low-floor access, USB charging and seating. Safety equipment includes fire detection and suppression systems along with multi-level battery protection. The buses are also equipped with SWITCH iON, which enables real-time vehicle monitoring, diagnostics and fleet management.
The order brings together SWITCH Mobility as the electric bus manufacturer, Antony Road Transport Solutions as the fleet operator and Delhi’s public transport authorities for deployment. The agreement adds to the deployment of electric public transport buses in the national capital.
